I have the Condor Bushcraft Basic, and I paid $38 on Amazon for it. This knife has a 5 inch blade and is 9 5/8 inches overall. The handle is a variety of walnut, and the thickness of the blade is 1/8 inch. The steel is 1075 high carbon, which is suitable for easy sharpening, yet does not resist rust. Also, be mindful that this steel is not very tough, it is soft and will easily roll on the edge. A very good polish on the exposed surface of the steel can help prevent a lot of rust, however. The blade is coated in black powder epoxy, but the exposed Scandi edge is ground raw steel. Stropping is therefore required.
Speaking about the edge, I have to report that it was rather poor on the knife I have. Granted, for the price-point, I am not one to argue, so a little re-profiling was needed, thus the basis of this video. I also reshaped the handle a bit, particularly along the fore near the choil area. As for the sheath, it's a basic leather sheath, although it is treated well and sewn with very sturdy thread. The sheath is not form-fitted, but it is sized well and the blade seats home nicely. I reshaped the handle of the knife, so it inserts into the sheath better than it did when new.
This knife will suit some bushcraft tasks, but there are many knives out there far better and I believe it is a solid investment as long as the buyer is prepared to do a little work to bring the blade to this level. Just keep in mind the limitations of 1075 steel.
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